This week, the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) released its first assessment of the impact on farmers and ranchers in the wake of the national mitigation efforts to combat COVID-19. During a media conference call Wednesday afternoon, AFBF leadership discussed the impacts of the pandemic and related safety measures on agriculture and the food supply chain. AFBF President Zippy Duvall …
Registration Ongoing for Georgia Farm Recovery Block Grants
By Clint Thompson Registration is ongoing for Georgia producers, who experienced crop losses to Hurricane Michael in 2018, to submit online applications to the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) for the $347 million in Farm Recovery Block grant funds. All applications must be completed and submitted no later than Wednesday, April 8. According to the Georgia Department of Agriculture, farmers …
Growing Bonsai Even if You Are a Beginner
Cathy Isom has some important tips for you about growing Bonsai even if you’re a beginner. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. With their majestic appearance, bonsai add an element of sophistication to any space. By artfully sculpting these tiny trees over time, you can create a miniature landscape right on your tabletop. Even if you’re a beginner. …
Public Field Hearings in Florida, Georgia on Seasonal and Perishable Produce Postponed
Washington, DC – Consistent with recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the field hearings scheduled in Florida and Georgia on April 7 and April 9 by the U.S. Trade Representative and the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Commerce will be postponed and rescheduled at a later date. The Office of U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer had scheduled hearings …
Georgia Cattlemen’s Convention, Beef Expo Moved to May
Due to the Coronavirus, or more specifically Covid 19, another major event here in the Southeast has had to be rescheduled. Georgia Cattlemen’s Association (GBB) Executive Vice President, Dale Sandlin, told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman that the annual GCA Convention and Beef Expo has been moved to May. For more information go to the GCA Website. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …
Implementing Phase One of China Agreement
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Perdue: Food Supply System Remains Strong
With many across the country concerned about the spread of the COVID-19, various actions by the U.S. Government are being taken during this National Emergency in order to enact measures to ensure Americans are safe, secure, and healthy. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) notes they continue to be open for business to provide services to the American people. Agriculture Secretary Sonny …
Farm Bureau Highlights Immediate Challenges Facing the Agriculture Sector
(AFBF) — American Farm Bureau has released its first assessment of the impact on farmers and ranchers in the wake of the national mitigation efforts to combat COVID-19. In a letter to Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue, AFBF President Zippy Duvall pledged that “America’s farmers and ranchers will be with you every step of the way, doing all that we …
COUNTRY Financial: Make Safety a Priority on the Farm
COUNTRY Financial continues to invest in agriculture in many states, including Alabama and Georgia. And earlier this month, Agricultural Safety Awareness Week was celebrated, and they encourage farmers to make safety a priority on the farm throughout the year. This part of the country is prone to storms all year, and especially in the spring. So Adela Ford, COUNTRY Financial …
Another Major Step Towards USMCA Implementation
When both houses of the Canadian Parliament gave final approval to ratifying the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) last Friday, it was another major step toward implementation of the trade agreement. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO, Dan Halstrom, explains that when implemented, USMCA will solidify trade relations in North America and preserve duty-free access to Canada and Mexico for …